With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹5,950 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 24.8% above the period average and just 20.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹550 (8.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,766. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.